
Compare Assisted Living around Raleigh (Metro Area)
The information below is reported by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Health Service Regulation.
| Morningside of Raleigh | AL MC | Raleigh (University Park) | 110
Facility
110
NC AVG
72
Rank
#61 / 388 | Yes |
44
Facility
44
NC AVG
33
Rank
#200 / 573 | A+ | 103.50/200
Facility
103.50/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#31 / 321 | 32 | 84.4%
Facility
84.4%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#241 / 333 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed | |
| Calyx Living of Wakefield | AL MC RC | Raleigh (North Raleigh) | 88
Facility
88
NC AVG
72
Rank
#124 / 388 | No |
27
Facility
27
NC AVG
33
Rank
#337 / 573 | - | 104.50/200
Facility
104.50/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#20 / 321 | 1 | 0%
Facility
0%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#1 / 333 | Studio / 1 Bed | |
| Magnolia Glen | AL IL | Raleigh (Northwest Raleigh) | 66
Facility
66
NC AVG
72
Rank
#199 / 388 | Yes |
50
Facility
50
NC AVG
33
Rank
#150 / 573 | - | 103.50/200
Facility
103.50/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#31 / 321 | 17 | 76.5%
Facility
76.5%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#136 / 333 | - | |
| Sunrise of Raleigh | AL MC | Raleigh (Northwest Raleigh) | 100
Facility
100
NC AVG
72
Rank
#78 / 388 | Yes |
49
Facility
49
NC AVG
33
Rank
#162 / 573 | A- | 77.50/200
Facility
77.50/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#296 / 321 | 24 | 79.2%
Facility
79.2%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#160 / 333 | Studio / 2 Bed | |
| Falls River Village Assisted Living | AL MC | Raleigh (North Raleigh) | 60
Facility
60
NC AVG
72
Rank
#231 / 388 | No |
63
Facility
63
NC AVG
33
Rank
#50 / 573 | - | 102.50/200
Facility
102.50/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#73 / 321 | 20 | 70%
Facility
70%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#87 / 333 | - | |
| Brighton Gardens of Raleigh | AL HOS MC | Raleigh (Northwest Raleigh) | 115
Facility
115
NC AVG
72
Rank
#54 / 388 | Yes |
67
Facility
67
NC AVG
33
Rank
#36 / 573 | - | 95.50/200
Facility
95.50/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#211 / 321 | 22 | 72.7%
Facility
72.7%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#111 / 333 | Studio / 1 Bed | |
| The Reserve at Mills Farm | AL IL MC | Apex | 35
Facility
35
NC AVG
72
Rank
#322 / 388 | No |
37
Facility
37
NC AVG
33
Rank
#245 / 573 | - | 103.50/200
Facility
103.50/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#31 / 321 | 8 | 75%
Facility
75%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#119 / 333 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | |
| Brookdale Wake Forest | AL MC | Wake Forest | 70
Facility
70
NC AVG
72
Rank
#184 / 388 | Yes |
54
Facility
54
NC AVG
33
Rank
#125 / 573 | A+ | 94.50/200
Facility
94.50/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#224 / 321 | 21 | 85.7%
Facility
85.7%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#256 / 333 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | |
| Hayes Barton Place | AL IL MC NH SNF | Raleigh (Five Points) | - | Yes |
59
Facility
59
NC AVG
33
Rank
#77 / 573 | - | - | - | - | - | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Cadence North Raleigh | AL MC | Raleigh (North Raleigh) | 96
Facility
96
NC AVG
72
Rank
#90 / 388 | Yes |
45
Facility
45
NC AVG
33
Rank
#191 / 573 | - | 93.50/200
Facility
93.50/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#233 / 321 | 19 | 78.9%
Facility
78.9%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#155 / 333 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed | |
| Sunrise at North Hills | AL HOS MC | Raleigh (North Raleigh) | 160
Facility
160
NC AVG
72
Rank
#9 / 388 | Yes |
68
Facility
68
NC AVG
33
Rank
#35 / 573 | A- | 97.50/200
Facility
97.50/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#185 / 321 | 21 | 71.4%
Facility
71.4%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#96 / 333 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | |
| Abbotswood at Stonehenge | AL IL | Raleigh (North Raleigh) | - | Yes |
59
Facility
59
NC AVG
33
Rank
#77 / 573 | - | - | - | - | - | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Waltonwood Lake Boone | AL IL MC | Raleigh (Dairyland) | - | Yes |
51
Facility
51
NC AVG
33
Rank
#138 / 573 | - | - | - | - | - | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| The Oaks at Whitaker Glen | AL HC IL MC NH SNF | Raleigh (Five Points) | 139
Facility
139
NC AVG
72
Rank
#18 / 388 | No |
28
Facility
28
NC AVG
33
Rank
#329 / 573 | A+ | - | - | - | - | - |
| Springmoor Life Care Retirement Community | AL IL MC NH SNF | Raleigh (North Raleigh) | - | Yes |
29
Facility
29
NC AVG
33
Rank
#322 / 573 | A+ | - | - | - | - | Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
Brighton Gardens of Raleigh is a senior living community conveniently located near downtown Raleigh, North Carolina, helping residents connect with what inspires them, from fitness classes to giving back with local service projects. The community offers room rates starting at $3,466 per month and provides spacious grounds and open floor plans that inspire residents to spend their days socializing with friends and enjoying a variety of activities. Brighton Gardens of Raleigh offers frequent outings to nearby shopping and dining at Crabtree Valley Mall and the Museum of Art, ensuring residents make the most of each day.
The devoted and tenured team at Brighton Gardens of Raleigh delivers personalized care tailored to each resident’s unique needs and preferences. The pet-friendly community encourages an active lifestyle, with offerings such as soulful stretching, corn hole, and tabletop games. The chefs regularly consult with residents to incorporate their preferred menu items, while the Seniors with a Purpose Club carries out service projects for those living in the local community. Brighton Gardens of Raleigh is an award-winning community, with a four-star rating from the state and a Silver Spoon award for its dining program. The community is located in Raleigh, NC, near major highways, situated at the intersection of Duraleigh Road and Edwards Mill Road, close to downtown Raleigh, Crabtree Valley Mall, Museum of Art, the fairgrounds, restaurants, shopping, and one block from medical support at Rex Healthcare.
The Reserve at Mills Farm continues to excel in creating a lifestyle that suits the needs of its residents. The luxurious community offers many opportunities for blossoming friendships between staff and residents. Cultivating personal growth and holistic wellness is what they are known for; residents learn to live vibrant social lives during their golden years.
The Reserve offers many activities and amenities that cater to the interests of every senior– it features a recreational room, transportation services, in-house maintenance service, seasonal menus served occasionally, social activities, and wellness programs ensuring that residents stay entertained and engaged throughout the day.
Nestled in the charming college town of Wake Forest, North Carolina, Brookdale Wake Forest, offers a vibrant senior living community tailored to meet diverse care needs. Located conveniently in one community, Brookdale Wake Forest provides both assisted living and memory care. Residents here enjoy the freedom to live life to the fullest, supported by a caring team available around the clock.
Experience a rich calendar of events and personalized care assessments designed to meet individual needs and preferences. At Brookdale Wake Forest, dining is a delight with nutritionally balanced, home-cooked meals served in a restaurant-style setting. For those in memory care, there are dementia-friendly menus and intimate dining environments with personalized assistance. The community fosters a supportive environment where residents can thrive with the help of dedicated staff committed to their well-being and safety.
Hayes Barton Place is a luxurious life plan community in Raleigh, NC, that offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation. The community’s upscale amenities ensure older adults live their retirement like a vacation. With world-class services, including weekly housekeeping, concierge services, and restaurant-style dining, residents experience maintenance-free living. Dedicated to residents’ whole being, the community provides personalized care plans tailored to their ever-changing needs and preferences.
Educational programs, group exercises, and live music are among the many life enrichment programs dedicated to helping residents live actively and happily. A clubhouse with a library, a media room, and an art studio, as well as a beautiful garden and pickleball courts, are also available for residents’ recreation and wellness. Bus stops and other local amenities also surround the area, providing residents with convenient access to their needs and leisure. This life plan community has exceptional standards of care and top-notch amenities, making it one of the best options for senior living in North Carolina.
Led by Executive Director and Administrator Brandon Johnson, Cadence North Raleigh is an assisted living and memory care community on Old Wake Forest Road in Raleigh, North Carolina, offering both levels of care under one roof. It’s home to 96 residents who choose from studio, suite, and one-bedroom floor plans suited to different needs and preferences.
The community sits in a moderately walkable neighborhood where some errands can be finished on foot, with most trips needing a car. That location fits occupants and visiting families wanting a calmer residential setting over a busier commercial area. Residents live in an environment built around practical comfort and engagement. The facility offers housekeeping and laundry services, an emergency call system for added safety, and maintains an outdoor patio and porches where residents can enjoy fresh air and scenic views. Common spaces span a well-stocked library for quiet time and a salon and barbershop for personal care. The community welcomes pets, which many families value when selecting a place for their dearest one. Staff organize regular outings and live entertainment to engage residents in community life. Daily life here balances support with the independence and choice relevant to older adults. Occupants benefit from assisted living and memory care programming, so families can find appropriate care levels for the duration they need.
Experience a blissful retirement with Kelley’s Family Care Home, a blissful retreat surrounded by convenient local amenities in Raleigh, NC, that offers assisted living. A kind and highly trained team strives to meet residents’ unique needs with round-the-clock care and support. Residents also enjoy hassle-free living, with the community helping with their day-to-day activities and household responsibilities.
A jam-packed calendar of fun activities and engaging programs is conducted to keep residents active and socially engaged. Mealtimes are also something to look forward to, with diverse dining options that cater to dietary needs and preferences. Medication assistance and an in-home doctor are also available, alongside transportation services for residents’ convenience. The community is ideal for those looking to live comfortably in their golden years, especially with its cozy and welcoming amenities.
Serenity Falls Family Care Home is an idyllic retreat situated in the peaceful neighborhood of Raleigh, NC, that offers assisted living. Residents here enjoy top-tier care and assistance tailored to their needs and preferences from a compassionate and highly skilled available 24/7. With its cozy and nurturing environment, residents keep their peace of mind and live comfortably in their golden years.
Encouraging residents to interact with their surroundings and gain meaningful experiences, a jam-packed calendar of fun activities and engaging programs is conducted. Here, residents have a delightful dining experience with delicious and healthy home-cooked meals that cater to dietary needs and preferences. The community is ideal for those seeking assistance in their golden years, especially with its dedicated care and beautifully furnished amenities.
Situated in the tranquil neighborhood of Raleigh, NC, Avendelle Lazy River Assisted Living is an inviting community that offers assisted services in a cozy, residential setting. It features private and semi-private rooms with hardwood floors and beautiful views that range from the yard, front yard, and patio, which will surely provide a sense of calm and relaxation for its residents. Having a highly trained and compassionate team, the community provides personalized round-the-clock care and assistance including assistance with daily activities and medicine administration and management, all guaranteeing a unique and attentive approach to the residents.
With its top-notch amenities and services, residents can enjoy tasty and healthy meals from breakfast to dinner, housekeeping services, hospice services, and many more. At Avendelle Lazy River Assisted Living, seniors can enjoy a wonderful retirement.
For families and prospective residents, Avendelle at Lazy River also hosts a monthly Q&A meetup that talks about Practical Advice, Emotional Support, and Resources for Residential Care Decisions. You can join our discussion through this link.
Enjoy true comfort in Lakepark Family Care Home, a serene community in Raleigh, NC, offering compassionate assisted living services. Their accommodations here are designed to provide plenty of privacy and guarantee safety, allowing residents to enjoy their precious personal time in comfort and peace. With their ideal resident-to-caregiver ratio and 24/7 access to personal care and daily living assistance, residents are guaranteed to maintain their best state and well-being.
Individualized activities are available to encourage residents to stay active and socially engaged in their community. Residents’ meals are always served fresh and healthy with accommodations to their dietary needs to make sure mealtimes are always satisfying and nourishing. With no chores to worry about, round-the-clock care, and enriching activities, residents here are guaranteed to enjoy the life they deserve without hassles and worries.
Sunrise at North Hills is a full-service senior living community located in a convenient Raleigh, North Carolina location, helping residents enjoy excursions to popular local destinations as well as a variety of amenities and curated programs. The community offers room rates starting at $3,891 per month and welcomes residents into a loving, compassionate environment, working closely with each individual to develop a tailored plan that helps sustain their independence and autonomy. Sunrise at North Hills measures success by residents’ happiness, health, and safety, providing access to a comprehensive schedule of on-site activities designed to keep their mind, body, and spirit engaged, while also organizing frequent outings to popular local destinations, including shopping centers, restaurants, and movie theaters.
The community boasts a variety of amenities, such as a TV lounge with a fireplace, a physical therapy room, and putting green, as well as a range of floor plans, including studios, one-bedroom, two-room, and companion suites, allowing residents to express their style. Sunrise at North Hills offers engaging activities that exercise the mind with Cranium Crunches, the body with weight lifting, and the spirit with meditation, while the team of experts is frequently consulted by journalists for insights on senior care, assisted living, and memory care. Located in Raleigh, NC, on Spring Forest Road between Falls of Neuse Road and Six Forks Road, the community provides easy access to Raleigh’s more than 40 historic attractions and museums, diverse performing arts and music scene, and medical support at nearby hospitals, including WakeMed Raleigh Hospital, Duke Raleigh Hospital, and Rex Hospital.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
Weighting overview
- 35%Resident Experience
- 25%Regulatory
- 15%Visual Media
- 10%Website
- 10%Stability
- 5%Environment
01
Resident & Family Experience 35%
The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.
- Includes
- Review Sentiment
- Review Volume
02
Regulatory & Safety Record 25%
State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
- Includes
- State Inspections
- Citations/Inspection
- % Inspections w/ Citations
- Complaint Visits
- Accreditations
- BBB Rating
03
Visual Media & Transparency 15%
Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.
- Includes
- Video Tours
- Virtual Walkthroughs
- Photo Quantity
- Photo Quality
04
Website & Operator Transparency 10%
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
- Includes
- Website Content
- Mobile Usability
- Staff Info Available
- Owner Info Available
05
Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
- Includes
- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
06
Environment & Pricing 5%
Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.
- Includes
- Walk Score
- Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Raleigh, NC
What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in North Carolina?
Assisted living in North Carolina supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.
What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in North Carolina?
Assisted living in North Carolina is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.
Does North Carolina Medicaid cover assisted living?
North Carolina Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including North Carolina) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.
What is assisted living?
Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.
How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?
This page features 32 assisted living facilities in Raleigh, NC. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Raleigh, NC?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Raleigh, NC, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Raleigh, NC?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.















